UEFA’s member associations have unanimously agreed to boycott FIFA competitions—including the World Cup—in response to FIFA’s proposal to sell stakes in a World Cup‑operating subsidiary to private investors.[1][2][3][4]
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Unanimous Decision
In a historic vote, all 55 UEFA member associations have agreed to boycott FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, to oppose FIFA’s proposal to sell stakes in a World Cup‑operating subsidiary to outside investors.[1][2][3][4]
Meeting Details
The decision followed an urgent online meeting in which UEFA’s 55 national associations converged to discuss the impact of FIFA’s investor plan. Following the discussion, the federation formally announced that it and its member associations would not participate in any FIFA events.[2][3]
UEFA Statement
UEFA’s statement emphasized that “some things are simply too important to sell” and that “the FIFA World Cup belongs to football. It always will.” The federation cited Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private‑equity investors as the catalyst for the boycott.[3]
Backlash to FIFA
The boycott underscores growing backlash against FIFA’s proposal to allow private investment in the sport’s most lucrative tournament. According to industry observers, the move threatens to erode traditional football governance structures.[4]
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